South Sugarloaf Mountain

South Sugarloaf Mountain

South Deerfield, Massachusetts 01373

Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation Official Website
Mount Sugarloaf map

About this Location

South Sugarloaf Mountain is a butte-like mountain that has an elevation of 652 feet and offers views of the Connecticut River, Pioneer Valley and Berkshire Hills. The mountain is made of arkose sandstone, which gives it a distinctive reddish color. Visitors can hike, bike, or drive to the summit, where there is a picnic area, an observation tower, and interpretive signs. 

About Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation

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Mount Sugarloaf is a mountain with two summits, North and South, located in South Deerfield. It is one of the tallest points in western Massachusetts and offers views of the Connecticut River, Pioneer Valley, and Berkshire Hills. The mountain is made of arkose sandstone, which gives it a distinctive reddish color. Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation is a public recreation area that allows visitors to hike, bike, picnic and enjoy the scenery. The reservation is open year-round from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and has a parking fee.

The Summit road is open from mid-May through mid-October. The summit of Mount Sugarloaf offers views of the Connecticut River Valley. 

Notable Trails

The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike at South Sugarloaf Mountain.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Entrance fee

  • Roadside viewing

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

Content from Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation Official Website

Last updated December 5, 2023